References

Context

Numerous changes during design had generated a significant volume of additional studies, but the client felt the impact was confined to the detailed-design phase. Argos Construction's analysis demonstrated that the main impact was on the preliminary-design phase, justifying the full cost overruns and securing €1.2M of additional compensation on a €2.8M contract.

Mission

Claim for additional compensation — changes to the specifications

Objectives

• Impact of changes on preliminary studies
• Review and complement of cost-overrun pricing

Stakes

• 6-month extension of the preliminary design studies
• €1.2M of additional compensation on a €2.8M contract

Results

Settlement formalised by amendment for €1.2M

Context

Six months after the earthworks began, daily site tensions were preventing the team from calmly grasping the limits of the lump-sum contract. The factual status report drawn up by Argos Construction refocused energy on the high-stake issues and revitalised contract management, leading to a settlement on the claim for additional compensation.

Mission

Preparation of a claim for additional compensation

Objectives

• Contractual analysis and status report
• Determination of entitlement to time extension
• Drafting of the claim for additional compensation

Stakes

• Formalisation of the time entitlement "consumed" by the events and their consequences known as of 18 July 2016: 2.4 weeks
• €1,359,569 (excl. tax) overrun versus the initial budget

Results

Claim for additional compensation finalised as of 18 July 2016